Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Linnaeus Monument
In or near Edinburgh.
Linnaeus Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Graham Robson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Linnaeus Monument is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Linnaeus Monument is a tribute to the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, located within the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Visitors can explore the surrounding gardens and learn about Linnaeus's contributions to botany and taxonomy.
Place summary
The Linnaeus Monument is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the botanist Carl Linnaeus, known for formalising the system of naming organisms. The monument serves as a notable tribute to his contributions to the field of natural history.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9669, -3.2074
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH3 5QJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2 km
- Official site
- www.rbge.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12917331681 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Linnaeus Monument?
- Linnaeus Monument is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 5QJ).
- What is Linnaeus Monument?
- Linnaeus Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Linnaeus Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH3 5QJ.
- Is Linnaeus Monument free to visit?
- Yes, Linnaeus Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to Linnaeus Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 5QJ.